Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W/ COILS Instructions

June 3, 2024
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Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W
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Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W/ COILS

Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W
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| FTS23109| 7″ 4-LINK KIT W/ COILS
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1| FT44172| DODGE PITMAN ARM
1| FT44315BK| TRACK BAR BRACKET
1| FT44404BK| LOWER SPRING PERCH (DRIVER)
1| FT44405BK| LOWER SPRING PERCH (PASSENGER)
2| FT44320BK| FRONT COIL SPRING
1| FT44300BK| 4 LINK BRACKET DRIVER
1| FT44301BK| 4 LINK BRACKET PASSENGER
2| FT44318BK| CROSSMEMBER BACK PLATE
2| FT44356BK| COIL RETAINER
1| FT44043| SWAY BAR DROP (DRIVER)
1| FT44044| SWAY BAR DROP (PASSENGER)
| FTS23172| COMPONENT BOX 2
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1| FT44470| BUMP STOP MOUNT DRIVER
1| FT44471| BUMP STOP MOUNT PASSENGER
2| FT44412BK| BUMPSTOP SPACER
1| FT44427| HARDWARE KIT
1| FT44303BK| 4 LINK UPPER DRIVER
1| FT44304BK| 4 LINK UPPER PASSENGER
1| FT44305BK| 4 LINK LOWER DRIVER
1| FT44306BK| 4 LINK LOWER PASSENGER
| FTS23173| COMPONENT BOX 3 W/PERFORMANCE SHOCKS
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2| FTBK4| 4.0” BLOCK
4| FT748U| UBOLTS
1| FT44398| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
2| FTS7346| PERFORMANCE SHOCK
2| FTS7266| PERFORMANCE SHOCK
1| FTS419| DRIVESHAFT SHIM KIT
| FTS23174| COMPONENT BOX 3 W/STEALTH SHOCKS
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2| FTBK4| 4.0 BLOCK
4| FT748U| UBOLTS
1| FT44398| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
2| FTS6346| STEALTH MONOTUBE
2| FTS6063| STEALTH MONOTUBE
1| FTS419| DRIVESHAFT SHIM KIT
| FTS23175| COMPONENT BOX 3 W/DIRT LOGIC SS SHOCKS
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2| FTBK4| 4.0 BLOCK
4| FT748U| UBOLTS
1| FT44399| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
2| FT801072| 2.25 DIRT LOGIC SS RESI
2| FT811192| 2.25 DIRT LOGIC SS NON RESI
1| FTS419| DRIVESHAFT SHIM KIT
| FT44427 – HARDWARE KIT| LOCATION
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| BAG 1|
1| M18-2.5 X 90MM HEX BOLT| TRACK BAR DROP BRACKET
2| M18 WASHERS|
1| NUT C-LOCK 18MM G10.9 ZINC|
2| 1/2-13 X 1-1/2 HEX BOLT G8 ZINC| TRACK BAR BRACKET
4| 1/2” WASHERS|
2| 1/2 -13 C-LOCK NUT ZINC|
2| 1/2-13 X 4” HEX BOLT G8| COIL RETAINER
4| 1/2 SAE WASHER G8 ZINC|
2| 1/2 -13 C-LOCK NUT ZINC|
4| 7/16-14 X 1-1/14 HEX BOLT G8| SWAY BAR DROP
8| 7/16” SAE WASHER G8|
4| 7/16-14 C-LOCK NUT|
| BAG 2|
4| 1/4 SAE WASHER| BRAKE LINE BRACKET
2| 1/4-20 C-LOCK NUTS|
2| 1/4-20 X 1 HEX BOLT|
4| 1/2-13 1-1/4 HEX BOLT ZINC|
8| 1/2 SAE WASHER ZINC|
2| 5/16-18 X 2-1/2 HEX BOLT ZINC| BUMP STOP
10| 5/16 SAE WASHER G8 ZINC|
4| 5/16-18 C-LOCK NUT ZINC|
4| 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 HEX BOLT|
| BAG 3|
4| 7/16-14 X 1-1/4 HEX BOLT ZINC| REAR BUMP STOP
8| 7/16 SAE WASHER G8 ZINC|
4| 7/16-14 C-LOCK NUT ZINC|
8| 9/16” SAE WASHER| UBOLTS
8| 9/16-18 NYLOCK NUT|
1| 5/16-18 X 1 HEX BOLT G8| REAR BRAKE LINE
2| 5/16 SAE WASHER|
1| 5/16-18 C-LOCK NUT|
2| 10MM X 1.50 BOLT| CARRIER BEARING
2| 10MM SAE WASHER|
2| 10MM SPLIT WASHER|
| FT44427 – HARDWARE KIT CONT.| LOCATION
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| BAG 4|
2| 7/16-14 X 1-1/4 HEX BOLT G8 ZC| 4-LINK
2| 7/16 SAE WASHER G8 ZINC|
2| 7/16 LOCK WASHER|
4| 1/2-13 X 1-1/2 HEX BOLT G8 ZNC|
2| 1/2-13 C-LOCK NUT G8|
6| 1/2 SAE WASHER G8 ZINC|
10| 5/8-11 X 1-3/4 HEX BOLT|
20| 5/8 SAE WASHER|
10| 5/8-11 C-LOCK NUT|
2| 3/4-10 X 1-1/4 HEX BOLT|
2| 3/4-10 X 2” HEX BOLT|
20| 3/4 SAE WASHER|
4| 3/4-10 X 5” HEX BOLT|
8| 3/4-10 C-LOCK NUT|
FT44452 – HARDWARE KIT

2| 1/4-20 X 2-1/2” HEX BOLT| BUMPSTOP
4| 1/4” SAE WASHER|
2| 1/2-20 NYLOCK NUT|
| FT44398| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
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2| FT44317| LOWER SPRING PERCH NUT TAB
2| FT44135| BUMP STOP MOUNT TAB
2| FT44245| BRAKE LINE EXT
1| FT44246| TRACK BAR SUPPORT SPACER
2| FT44258| 1/4 NUT TAB
1| FT50184| TRAC BAR SUPPORT NUT TAB
2| FTS88| BUMPSTOP 1 IN TALL LOW RND
1| FT23172i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FT44359| COIL RETAINER WASHER (Driver)
1| FT44239| WASHER 4.250 X .510 X .250 (Passenger)
4| FT44302| MISALIGNMENT
4| FT103| MISALIGNMENT SPACER CLEAR ZINC
4| FT404739| SLEEVE OD 0.62, ID 12MM, L1.48
2| FT44324| NUT TAB
1| FT44223| NUT TAB
1| FT30182| NUT TAB
1| FT30496| REAR BRAKE LINE BRACKET
1| FTAS16| DRIVER WARNING DECAL
1| FTAS12| STICKER FT BLUE 10X4
1| FTREGCARD| REGISTRATION CARD
2| FT160| BLOCK SLEEVE
| FT44399| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
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2| FTSP01029| HARDWARE PACK STEM BUSHING
2| FT86021| HARDWARE & BUSHING KIT 21
4| FT83076| 1.5/1.75-2.25/2.5 RESI URETHANE
4| FT89016| #48 HOSE CLAMP 2-9/16” – 3-1/2”
2| FT44317| LOWER SPRING PERCH NUT TAB
2| FT44135| BUMP STOP MOUNT TAB
2| FT44245| BRAKE LINE EXT
1| FT44246| TRACK BAR SUPPORT SPACER
2| FT44258| 1/4 NUT TAB
1| FT50184| TRAC BAR SUPPORT NUT TAB
2| FTS88| BUMPSTOP 1 IN TALL LOW RND
1| FTAS16| DRIVER WARNING DECAL
1| FTAS12| STICKER FT BLUE 10X4
1| FTREGCARD| REGISTRATION CARD
1| FT23172i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FT44359| COIL RETAINER WASHER (Driver)
1| FT44239| WASHER 4.250 X .510 X .250 (Passenger)
4| FT44302| MISALIGNMENT
4| FT103| MISALIGNMENT SPACER CLEAR ZINC
1| FT30182| NUT TAB
2| FT44324| NUT TAB
2| FT86008| HARDWARE & BUSHING KIT 8
1| FT44223| NUT TAB
1| FT30496| REAR BRAKE LINE BRACKET
2| FT160| BLOCK SLEEVE

 TOOL LIST

Required Tools (Not Included)

  • Basic Hand Tools
  • Floor Jack
  • Jack Stands
  • Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets, and Allen wrenches
  • Torque Wrench
  • Die Grinder w/ Cutoff Wheel or Sawzall

 PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES

For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800 or e-mail: info@fabtechmotorsports.com
Read this before you begin installation
Check all parts to the parts list above before beginning installation. If any parts are missing contact Fabtech at 909-597-7800 and a replacement part will be sent to you immediately. Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the installation. If these instructions are not properly followed severe frame, driveline and / or suspension damage may occur. Check your local city and state laws prior to the installation of this system for legality. Do not install if not legal in your area. Prior to the installation of this suspension system perform a front end alignment and record. Do not install this system if the vehicle alignment is not within factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage prior to installation. The installation of this suspension system should be performed by two professional mechanics. This suspension must be installed with Fabtech shock absorbers. Use the provided thread locking compound on all hardware.
WARNING
 Installation of this system will alter the center of gravity of the vehicle and may increase roll over as compared to stock.
Vehicles that receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs, tie rods ends, pitman arm and idler arm every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as needed. Verify differential fluid is at manufactures recommended level prior to kit installation. Installation of the kit will reposition the differential and the fill plug hole may be in a different position. (For example, if the manufacture recommends 3 quarts of fluid, make sure the diff has 3 quarts of fluid). Check your specific manual for correct amount of fluid.
RECOMMENDED TIRE/WHEEL SIZES –

  • Use 37×12.50/R17 tire w/ 17×9 wheels w/ 5” BS w/ minor trimming
  • Use 37×12.50/R18 tire w/ 18×9 wheels w/ 5” BS w/ minor trimming
  • Use 37×13.50/R20 tire w/ 20×9.5 wheels w/ 5” BS w/ minor trimming
  • Use 37×13.50/R22 tire w/ 22×9.5 wheels w/ 5” BS w/ minor trimming

FOOTNOTES

  • Does not fit power wagon models
  • This kit will not fit gas engine vehicles.
  •  Does not fit dually models.

INSTRUCTIONS

FRONT SUSPENSION
  1. Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the front tires.

  2. DRIVER SIDE ONLY – Starting on the driver side, remove the driver side fender liner.

  3. Remove the factory shock and discard. Retain factory lower hardware.

  4. Disconnect factory sway bar links.

  5. Remove factory coil spring and rubber isolator. Retain these parts for later use.

  6. Remove the factory pitman arm and discard. Keep hardware.

  7.  Locate the new FT44172 Fabtech pitman arm and install. Do not reconnect the factory drag link at this time. Reinstall the factory lock washer plus thread locker. Torque to 220ft-lbs.

  8. Unthread the factory drag link at the adjuster sleeve and remove adjuster sleeve.Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 01

  9. Using a die grinder remove the flat nonthreaded section from both ends of the drag link. This will allow you to rotate the drag link and line it up with the pitman arm. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 02
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 03
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 04

  10.  Reassemble the drag link and connect it to the new pitman arm. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 05

  11.  Torque the drag link to 83 ft-lbs.

  12. Remove the track bar from the frame side of the vehicle.

  13.  Locate the FT44315BK track bar bracket and M18–2.5 x 90mm bolt.

  14. Slide the track bar bracket into the factory mount and insert the M18 bolt into the factory pivot hole. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 06

  15. Rotate the bracket up until the end of the bracket is flush with the crossmember under the motor.

  16.  Using the Fabtech bracket as a guide, mark the factory mount for the upper driver side mounting hole.

  17.  Swing the bracket back out of the way. Using a ½“ drill bit, drill out the marked hole. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 07

  18.  Locate one FT44246 sleeve and two 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” bolts, nuts and washers.

  19. Rotate the track bar bracket back into place and bolt together using 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” bolt and the sleeve.Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 08
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 09

  20. Using the Fabtech bracket as a guide, drill a 1/2’’ hole in the cross member under the motor. Next, mount using 1/2”-13×1.5” and washer. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 10

  21.  Remove the factory coil springs and lower rubber isolators.
    IF INSTALLING A FABTECH DUAL SHOCK KIT. DO SO NOW WITH THE PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS.

  22. Locate FT44356BK ( Coil Retainer), FT44359 (Washer), 1/2”-13 X 4” Bolt, nut and washer. (Driver side) Remove the bolts attaching the ABS module to the spring
    perch and install the 1/2” bolt and FT44359. Install the FT44356BK (Retainer) and 1/2” washer and nut. Torque to 100 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500
4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 11
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 12

  23.  Locate FT44404BK (lower spring perch spacer), FT44317 (lower spring perch nut tab) and 5/16” hardware. Install the new spring spacer by lining up the existing rear hole. Use the 5/16” hardware and FT44317 nut tab. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 13

  24. Using the existing spacer hole as a guide, drill through the factory spring perch using a 11/32” drill bit and install the 5/16” hardware to 29 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 14
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 15

  25. Remove and save the factory rubber bump stop. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 17Insert the factory rubber bump stop into the new Fabtech bump stop bracket (FT44470). Using a 1/4” drill, drill a hole through the factory rubber bump stop using the new bracket as a guide. Then install the supplied 1/4” X 2-1/2” hardware. Torque to 14 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 16
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 17

  26. Using a die grinder, grind out the stamped in tabs on the inside of the bump stop housing. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 18
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 19

  27. Using a 1/2” drill bit, drill out the hole in the factory crossmember inline with the factory bump stop mount. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 20

  28. Slide the bump stop into the factory bump stop mount. Using a 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” bolt and the FT44135 (nut tab), bolt the bump stop to the crossmember. Torque the 1/2” bolt to 90 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 21
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 22
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 23

  29. Using the outer tab on the bump stop as a drill guide, drill a 5/16” hole all the way through the factory bump stop mount. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 24

  30.  Locate a 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” bolt, nut and washers. Using this bolt, secure the bump stop to the factory bump stop mount and torque to 29 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 24

  31.  Repeat steps 2-36 on the passenger side.

  32. On PASSENGER SIDE ONLY install the ½” -13 x 4” Button head bolt and FT44239 washer though the top hole in the coil bucket. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 26

  33. Secure the front diff. Remove the factory driver and passenger side Radius arm. Retain Hardware. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 27
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 28NOTE:
    SUPPORT THE TRANSFER CASE AT THIS TIME

  34.  Remove the factory crossmember and skid plate that is mounted between the factory radius arm pockets. Retain Hardware. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 29
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 30
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 31NOTE:
    Trim a 2” radius off the inner front radius arm bracket. Fabtech
2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 32

  35.  Once the crossmember is out. The inner support sleeve will need to be cut out on both sides.Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 33
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 34

  36. Locate and cut out the 4-Link templates on the last pages.

  37. Starting on the driver side top of the crossmember. Place the correct template on the crossmember so the edge of the template lines up to the factory edge on the crossmember. Mark for cutting. Do the same with the Driver side bottom. Follow the mark around the side and connect with the mark on the top. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 35
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 36

  38. Carefully cut the crossmember where you made the marks. Sand to a smooth edge. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 37 shows what the driver side should look like when complete.

  39. Moving to the passenger side of crossmember. Place the cut out templates on the crossmember and mark for cutting. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 38
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 39

  40. Carefully cut the crossmember where you made the marks. Sand to a smooth edge. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 40 shows what the passenger side should look like when complete.

  41.  Locate the factory driver side crossmember frame mount. On the front side only trim 1/2” off the bottom like shown. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 41
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 42

  42. Locate FT44300BK (4-Link Driver Bracket), starting on the driver side. Install the bracket like shown below using the 5/8”x 1-3/4” hardware and 3/4”x 1-1/4” hardware from Bag 5 in the hardware kit. Leave loose. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 43
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 44

  43. From Bag 5, Locate the 3/4”-10 X 2” Bolt, 4 washers and nut. NOTE: When installing the 3/4” bolt insert 2 washers between the factory bracket and the new Fabtech 4-link bracket. Leave loose. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 45

  44.  Locate FT44324 (Nut Tab) and 7/16” X 1-3/4” bolt and washers. Insert the nut tab through the hole on the frame and install the 7/16” bolt and washers. Torque to 83 ft-lbs. Torque the hardware installed on the previous steps to the below specifications. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 46

    • 5/8”- 254 ft-lbs
    • 3/4”- 450 ft-lbs
    • REPEAT STEPS 42-44 ON PASSENGER SIDE
  45. Locate FT44318BK (Crossmember Back Plate) and 5/8” Hardware. Install the factory crossmember like Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 47
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 48
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 49using the FT44318BK bracket, 5/8” hardware and 1 of the factory bolts. Torque to 254 ft-lbs.

  46. Using a 17/32” drill bit. Drill 4 total holes, 2 on the driver side and 2 on the passenger sdie through the crossmember using the holes in the brackets as guides. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 50

  47. Starting with the driver side locate FT44223 (nut tab) (2) 1/2-13 X 1-1/2”, washers and (1) 1/2” C-lock nut. NOTE: The nut tab will be used towards the front of the vehicle. Torque to 90 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 51

  48.  Next for the passenger side locate FT30182 (nut tab) (2) 1/2-13 X 1-1/2”, washers and (1) 1/2” C-lock nut. Toque to 90 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 52

  49. Locate and install FT44302 (Outer misalignment spacer) and FT103 (Inner misalignment spacer) onto the new 4- link arms. Install the new arms with the provided 3/4” x 5” bolts and hardware. Re-use the factory hardware for the axle side. Torque to 317 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 53
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 54
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 55

  50. Locate the factory rear crossmember. Remove and discard the exhaust rubber isolator and bracket from the crossmember. Next, with assistance remove the 6 bolts that a holds the crossmember on the frame and lower the crossmember to the bottom factory holes. NOTE: Only 3 bolts will be used to re-attach the crossmember. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 56
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 57

    • IF INSTALLING FABTACH 4.0 COILOVER CONVERSION REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THAT KIT.
  51.  Locate and install the new coil spring (FT44316BK) using the factory coil spring isolator. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 58

    • REPEAT STEP 50 ON PASSENGER SIDE
  52.  Locate the FT44245 Brake line extension, FT44258 nut tab and two 1/4”-20 x 1” bolts. Attach the brake line extension to the axle using one bolt and the nut tab. Attach the factory brake line bracket to the Fabtech extension. Torque to 10 ft-lbs. Repeat this step on the passenger side. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 59
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 60

  53. Locate FTS7346 (Performance), FTS6346 (Stealth) or FTS801072 (Dirt Logic shock) and install into the factory shock mounts. Torque the upper mount to 14 ft-lbs and the lower 37 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 61

  54.  Locate and install the new sway bar drop brackets using the supplied 7/16” hardware FT44043 (Driver) and FT44044 (Passenger). Torque to 29 ft-lbs.
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 62

    • REAR SUSPENSION
  55. Jack up the rear end of the vehicle and support the frame rails with jack stands and remove wheels and tires. Remove the rear driver and passenger inner fender liners.Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 63

  56. Supporting the rear differential, remove and discard the rear shocks and u-bolts. Lower the axle down slowly. Use care not to over extend the brake hoses.
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 64
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 65

  57.  Locate FTBK4 (4” Block) and FT160 (Block pin sleeve). Using a drill and 3/4” bit. Drill out the centering pin hole on the block. Next, install the FT160 Sleeve onto the centering pin. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 66
    Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 67

  58.  Install the new blocks onto the axle with the small end of the taper to the front of the truck. Using the supplied u- bolts, nuts and washers, align axle, lift block and springs and torque to u-bolts to 129 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 68

  59.  Install new Fabtech Performance shocks (FTS7266), Stealth (FTS6063) or Dirt Logic 2.25” (FTS811192) with the factory hardware and torque upper and lower bolts to 29 ft-lbs.

  60. Locate the FT44412BK bump stop extension. Remove driver and passenger factory bump stop. Retain Hardware.

  61. Install the bump stop extension to the factory mount using the factory hardware and torque to 65 ft-lbs. Using 7/16”-14 x 1-1/4” bolt, nuts and washers, mount the factory bump stop to the extension. Torque to 59 ft-lbs. Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 69

  62. Locate FT30496 (Rear Brake Line bracket) Remove the hardware off the factory bracket and install the FT30496 using the factory and supplied 5/16” hardware. Torque to 21 ft-lbs.Fabtech 2013-2018 DODGE 3500 4WD 7” 4-LINK KIT W 70

  63.  Re-Install both frant and rear inner fender liners.

  64. Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer’s specifications. Turn front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance. Note – Some oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper & valance.

  65. Check front end alignment and set to factory specifications. Readjust headlights. Recheck all bolts for proper torque.

  66. Recheck brake hoses, ABS wires and suspension parts for proper tire clearance while turning tires fully left to right.

  67. Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete product registration card and mail to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.

Vehicles that will receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as required.
RETORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER.
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800

Product Warranty and Warnings

Fabtech provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original retail purchaser who owns the vehicle, on which the product was originally installed, for defects in workmanship and materials. The Limited Lifetime Warranty excludes the following Fabtech items; bushings, bump stops, ball joints, tie rod ends, limiting straps, cross shafts, heim joints and driveshafts. These parts are subject to wear and are not considered defective when worn. They are warranted for 60 days from the date of purchase for defects in workmanship.
Dirt Logic and Performance Coil over take apart shocks are considered a serviceable shock with a one year warranty on leakage only. Service seal kits are available separately for future maintenance. All other shocks are covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty. Fabtech does not warrant any product for finish, alterations, modifications and/or installation contrary to Fabtech’s instructions. Alterations to the finish of the parts including but not limited to painting, powder coating, plating and/or welding will void all warranties. Some finish damage may occur to parts during shipping, which is considered normal and is not covered under warranty. Fabtech products are not designed nor intended to be installed on vehicles used in race applications or for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A “RACE” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles, or any contest of one or more vehicle against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles, race vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America. Installation of most suspension products will raise the center of gravity of the vehicle and will cause the vehicle to handle differently than stock. It may increase the vehicle’s susceptibility to a rollover, on road and off road, at all speeds. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Fabtech front end Desert Guards may impair the deployment or operation of vehicles equipped with supplemental restraining systems/air bag systems and should not be installed if the vehicle is equipped as so. Fabtech makes every effort to ensure suspension product compatibility with all vehicles listed on the website, but due
to unknown auto manufacturer’s production changes and/or inconstancies by the auto manufacturer, Fabtech cannot be responsible for 100% compatibility, including the fitment of tire and wheel sizes listed. The Tire and Wheel sizes listed in Fabtech’s website are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming. Fabtech is not responsible for damages to the vehicle’s body or tires. Fabtech is not responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation of oversized tires and wheels.
Fabtech’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Fabtech option, of the defective product only. All costs of removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges, incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty. Fabtech is not responsible for damages and/or warranty of other vehicle parts related or non related to the installed Fabtech product. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty shall not apply to any product that has been subject to accident, negligence, alteration, abuse or misuse as determined by Fabtech. Fabtech suspension components must be installed as a complete system including shocks as shown on our website. All warranties will become void if Fabtech parts are combined and/or substituted with other aftermarket suspension products. Combination and/or substitution of other aftermarket suspension parts may cause premature wear and/or product failure resulting in an accident causing injury or death. Fabtech does not warrant products not manufactured by Fabtech. Depending on the condition of the factory suspension components retained after the installation of a Fabtech suspension not all vehicles may have the same ride stance front to rear as described in the website. The blue color of suspension components shown in all Fabtech photographs are for display purposes only. Majority of all Fabtech components will be black specifically where noted with part numbers ending in BK.
Installation of Fabtech product may void the vehicles factory warranty; it is the consumer’s responsibility to check with their local vehicle’s dealer for warranty disposition before the installation of the product. Some state laws may prohibit modification of suspension to a vehicle in whole or in part. It is the responsibility of the installer and consumer to consult local laws prior to the installation of any Fabtech suspension product to comply with such written laws. It is the responsibility of the distributor and/or the retailer to review all warranties and warnings of Fabtech products with the consumer prior to purchase. Fabtech reserves the right to super cede, discontinue, change the design, finish, part number and/or application of parts when deemed necessary without written notice. Fabtech is not responsible for misprints or typographical errors within the website or price sheet. For the most recent Product Warranty and Warnings visit our website www.fabtechmotorsports.com

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